Author: Temiteo Okwakol

By Richard Onapatum Karenga, Uganda – Security forces have neutralized notorious most wanted Karamoja warrior commander Isaac Apalomal aka (Issa Lokuria), ending his reign of terror in the region. Apalomal, leader of a 72-strong armed group, had been wreaking havoc in Karamoja, notorious for cattle rustling, violence, and poaching in Kidepo Valley National Park. His crimes had left communities in fear, displaced many, and threatened the region’s fragile peace. On September 25, 2024, at 4:00 p.m., UPDF’s 47 Battalion, in collaboration with police, launched an operation in Lokodope Village, Kawalakol Subcounty, Karenga District. The joint forces engaged Apalomal’s group in…

By Eumu Emmanuel Bulambuli District Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Emmanuel Olaboro, has officially announced his intention to contest for the Member of Parliament seat in Orungo County, Amuria District, in the upcoming 2026 general elections. His candidacy pits him directly against Uganda’s current Minister of Foreign Affairs, General Jeje Odongo Abubakar, a veteran politician who has represented the constituency for over two terms. While addressing Christians at St. Cosmas and Damian Akeriau Catholic Parish, Olaboro expressed his desire to bring what he described as “fresh leadership” to Orungo County. He emphasized the need for practical solutions to the challenges faced…

By Patriot Corps Kiryandongo, Uganda – On 26th September 2024, Vice President Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Alupo delivered a manificient speech at the commissioning of the Karuma Hydropower Project and its interconnection infrastructure in Kiryandongo District. In her address, Vice President Alupo hailed the project as a transformative step in Uganda’s energy journey, marking a significant milestone in the country’s pursuit of sustainable development and industrialization. The 600-megawatt Karuma Hydropower Plant is set to bring Uganda’s total power generation capacity to 2,000 megawatts, significantly bolstering the nation’s energy infrastructure. “This project is a reflection of our commitment to transforming Uganda into…

By Richard Onapatum Kotido, Uganda – September 26, 2024 – The deaf football team’s impressive 4-3 victory against a select team from Kotido Secondary School has set the stage for Uganda’s International Day of the Deaf celebrations tomorrow. The electrifying match, held at Kotido Stadium, was part of the International Day of the Deaf celebrations sponsored by Silent Cafe, AITA, Christian Blind Mission (CBM), CEBTRAN, Deaf Sign Alliance (DSA), and UNFPA. This sponsorship demonstrates the organizations’ commitment to promoting inclusivity and empowering the deaf community. Otim Lawrence, sign language interpreter at CEBTRAN Centre for Sign Language Bible Translation Network, emphasized…

By Eumu Emmanuel Mbale District — At least 60 people were injured in a serious accident along the Mbale-Tirinyi Highway on Sunday, September 22, 2024. The incident involved a truck transporting students from Ngoma Standard Secondary School in Bukaka District. The blue Isuzu Elf truck, registration number UAS 317S, was carrying 70 students and five teachers when it crashed near Nabweyo village. Seven students who sustained critical injuries were rushed to Mbale Regional Referral Hospital for specialized care, while others were treated at Bukaka Health Centre IV. Preliminary investigations suggest that the truck experienced mechanical failure, causing it to roll…

By Eumu Emmanuel The Ministry of Health has confirmed an outbreak of polio in Mbale City, located in eastern Uganda, raising concerns about the potential spread to neighboring districts due to frequent cross-border movements. In response, the ministry has launched a house-to-house immunization campaign to curb the virus’s transmission. In a statement released in collaboration with UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO), the Ministry of Health announced that the first round of the immunization drive will commence on Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, and will run until Sunday, October 6th, 2024. The campaign targets 49 districts across various regions, including…

By Patriot corps. On 25th September, His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni visited the Royal Milk Factory in Nalukolongo, Rubaga Division, Kampala District. The factory, which is owned by the family of Omugurusi Hajji Kigoye from Masindi, has successfully expanded into the production of pasteurized milk and yoghurts, thanks to strategic partnerships and support from the government. During his visit, President Museveni expressed his gratitude to Hajji Kigoye for heeding the government’s message on the opportunities in milk production. He praised the family’s efforts in building a successful enterprise and acknowledged the children’s role in furthering the family business. The…

By Patriot Corps Uganda’s Vice President, Rtd. Major Jessica Alupo Epel, extended her heartfelt congratulations to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) as they celebrated their 75th anniversary. In a message shared online, Alupo emphasized the deep and enduring friendship between Uganda and China, reflecting on the shared path of growth and mutual cooperation that has strengthened over the years. “Warmest congratulations to the People’s Republic of China on their 75th anniversary. Uganda and China have come a long way, walking symbiotically on a path of mutual growth and development. Together, we look forward to even greater cooperation for the…

By Richard Onapatum Kotido, Uganda – Nakere Rural Women Activists (NARWOA) in partnership with the Women’s International Peace Centre and funded by USAID and Global Funds for Women, hosted a community dialogue on Farmer-Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) in Kotido SubCounty on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. The event brought together over 50 local farmers, community leaders, and agricultural experts to share knowledge and experiences on FMNR practices. SubCounty Agricultural Officer Iiko Peninah emphasized the critical role FMNR plays in protecting the environment, conserving rivers, and reducing charcoal burning. “Regenerating trees is crucial for our future. It helps maintain water contours, prevents…

By Richard Onapatum Kotido, Uganda – Nakipelimoru Subcounty in Kotido District has on Tuesday 24th, September, 2024 hosted a climate change awareness meeting, organized by Nakere Rural Women Activists (NARWOA) in partnership with Mercy Corps and funded by the Austrian Development Cooperation. The event, held under the Climate Change Leaders Advancing Peace (CCLAP) project, aimed to strengthen women’s resilience and adaptive capacity to climate change. Over 100 participants attended, including local youth and women’s groups, government officials, and community leaders. James Adupa, NARWOA’s Project Manager for CCLAP, emphasized community involvement in addressing climate change. “We must work together to build…